Foreword by Dr. Holly F. Lofton, MD. Preface. Acknowledgments. Author biography. Where are we now. Notes. Why we should care. Notes. What we need to understand. Defining obesity. Pathophysiology. Causes of obesity. Nonmodifiable. Genetics. Prenatal history. Childhood. Modifiable. Epigenetics. Medical conditions. Food quantity. Food quality. Less movement. Lack of sleep. Stress. Weight-gaining medications. Governmental policies. Food marketing. Consequences of obesity. Weight bias. Notes. What can we do. Assessment. Treatment. Lifestyle interventions. When to eat. How much to eat. What to eat. Sedentary time. Aerobic activity. Resistance training. Sleep. Stress. Obesity pharmacotherapy. FDA-approved medication. Off-label medications. Bariatric surgery. Other. Post-operative management. Notes. How can we be successful. Cognitive behavioral therapy. Therapeutic relationship. Agenda setting. Self-monitoring. Goal setting. Motivation. Accountability. Problem solving. Stimulus control. Social support. Cognitive restructuring. Education. Assertiveness training. Relapse prevention strategies. Motivational interviewing. Positive psychology. Circadian rhythm. Notes. Index.